Issue 131 - November 7, 2007

From Your Director ...

This weekend will be a very special time in downtown Jackson as we welcome the 2007 West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation Charity Gala - "An Evening in the Imperial Palace." The gala will honor Howard Baker, former Ambassador to Japan and US Senator and will include a cocktail reception, silent auction, a seated dinner, awards presentation, and a variety of incredible entertainment.

The West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation Charity Gala is one of the largest fundraisers in the southeast region. Corporations based in several different states send representatives to attend in support and sponsorship of the event. In addition, the gala brings a diverse array of celebrities to Jackson and gives us an opportunity to showcase our community.

All proceeds from the gala are reinvested in the lives of people in our community via the Ayers Children's Medical Center and the Health and Healing Clinic. The Ayers Children's Medical Center offers a host of services including neonatal and pediatric medical care and early intervention services for children with special needs. The Health and Healing Clinic offers high quality, compassionate healthcare to the working uninsured of Madison County.

The event will take place on Saturday, November 10, 2007 at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. Tables of eight (8) are available for $2,400 - $10,000, reservations are limited. Please contact Chris Ramey at the West Tennessee Healthcare Foundation at 731-660-8774 or Chris.Ramey@wth.org for more information.

Welcome to the future of Downtown Jackson ... one we can invent together!

Candyland Downtown

Just in time for the holiday season, Candyland opens Downtown.  Featuring homemade chocolates, Gourmet foods, gift baskets, and corporate gifts, they have something to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Open Monday through Friday
10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Candyland
116 East Baltimore

For more information call 554.YUMM (554.9866)

Ribbon Cutting Downtown!

Help us welcome attorneys Carl Seely and Michael Casey of Divorce Incorporated, as they relocate to their downtown office! 

Thursday, November 8
2:00 p.m.
Divorce Incorporated
449 East Baltimore Street

For more information call 660.8810.

Lunch and Learn Session

With 2007 coming to a close be sure to attend the Chamber's West Tennessee Business Resource Center and HORNE LLP's presentation, "Year End Tax Planning."  Cost to attend is $15, which covers lunch and materials.

Thursday, November 8
11:30 a.m.
Jackson Area Chamber of Commerce
197 Auditorium Street

For more information or to R.S.V.P. call 427.7900.

“Evita!” is coming to Jackson

Jackson has landed a coveted spot on the upcoming "Evita" Broadway Tour.  The popular musical will arrive in Jackson on February 27th, at the Carl Perkins Civic Center. 

Tickets go on sale to the public
Friday, November 9
9:00 a.m.
Jackson Centre Box Office
400 South Highland Avenue

For more information call 425.8587

Veterans Day

Please remember to honor America's veterans for their patriotism, love of country and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. 

President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11, 1919, the first Armistice Day with the following words: "To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations …."

2007 USJ Holiday Mart

Held on the weekend prior to Thanksgiving each year, the USJ Holiday Mart features thousands of unique gift ideas for shoppers in a festive, holiday setting. 

For 35 years the Holiday Mart has marked the beginning of the shopping season by bringing together the largest gathering of merchants in West Tennessee.

Friday, November 16, 10 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, November 17, 10 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 18, 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Carl Perkins Civic Center
400 South Highland Avenue

For more information call 668.4573.